National Junior Consultant Oral History (3 post) (Tashkent, Uzbekistan)

JOB DETAILS

Type of contract :Consultant Contract

Level :Level 1 - Junior

Hiring Unit :Education Sector (ED)

Duty Station :Tashkent

Work location : On site

Duration of contract: 1 month

Hiring open to : External candidates

Application deadline (Midnight UTC+5 Time) :10/08/2026

UNESCO Core Values: Commitment to the Organization, Integrity, Respect for Diversity, Professionalism

OVERVIEW

Under the ISHONCH-funded project “Empowering Education in Uzbekistan: Leveraging ICT and Digital Learning for High-Quality and Inclusive Education Results,” UNESCO supports the strengthening of inclusive and high-quality teacher education in Uzbekistan through:

* Renovation and operationalization of three Centres of Pedagogical Excellence (CPEs);

* Development of a new Conceptual Model for Centres of Pedagogical Excellence;

* Development of the National ICT and AI Competency Framework for Teachers;

* Training of 300 mentors in ICT and AI, pedagogy, and andragogy.

As part of the project, a nationwide call for mentor applications was conducted between November 2025 and June 2026. Following a rigorous selection process, including desk reviews and interviews around 800 mentors, and around 400 were selected. The project wants to archive the voices of the teachers and follow the selected mentors journey. To support this work, we are looking for a Junior National Consultant on Oral History.

ASSIGNMENTS

The Junior consultant will help transform recorded interviews with mentors into accurate written transcripts. The interviews capture personal experiences, professional trajectories, motivations, challenges, and reflections related to education, digital learning, ICT, AI, and teacher professional development in Uzbekistan.

The collected testimonies will contribute to a publication and narrative documentation project centered on the voices and lived experiences of the selected mentors.

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CONTRACT DURATION

The duration of the contract 1 month. 

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DELIVERABLES

Deliverable:

Transcription and formatting of approximately 120- 150 hours of Uzbek-language and/or Russian laungage interview recordings with UNESCO mentor candidates and selected mentors, resulting in a complete set of verified transcripts ready for qualitative analysis and publication development.

• Listen to and accurately transcribe interview recordings conducted in Uzbek and/or Russian.
• Produce high-quality verbatim transcripts while preserving the authenticity of participants' voices.
• Organize transcripts according to established project guidelines.
• Flag inaudible sections, unclear passages, or technical issues.
• Ensure consistency in formatting and file management.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all interview materials.
• Support basic data organization and archiving of recordings and transcripts.

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COMPETENCIES - Core (C) & Managerial (M)

• Communication (C)
• Accountability (C)
• Innovation (C)
• Knowlegde sharing and continuous improvement (C)
• Planning and organizing (C)
• Results focus (C)
• Teamwork (C)

For detailed information, please consult the UNESCO Competency Framework.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Sociology, Social Sciences, Education, Anthropology, Journalism, Communications, or a related field.

WORK EXPERIENCE

No prior professional work experience is required.

Recent graduates and early-career candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Training and guidance on transcription standards and project requirements will be provided.

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SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Strong attention to detail and listening skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and basic file management.

LANGUAGES

• Native or fluent Uzbek language and Russian language proficiency.
• Excellent written Uzbek and Russian

SELECTION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Please note that all candidates must complete an on-line application and provide complete and accurate information, by the above deadline.

To apply, please visit the UNESCO Careers website. No modifications can be made to the application once submitted. 

The process may include pre-recorded video interviews and/or written assessments, interviews with a Panel, as well as reference checks. In addition, candidates may be requested to provide additional information which may be pertinent to the position’s qualifications.

Please note that all candidates, whether selected or not, will be informed of the outcome of their application in due course. 

Short-listed candidates may also be added to Talent Pools; subject to their consent (i.e. Data Privacy Statement).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• UNESCO recalls that paramount consideration in the appointment of personnel shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against all forms of harassment.
• lndividuals from minority groups and indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply.
• All applications will be treated with the highest level of confidentiality.
• UNESCO does not charge a fee at any stage of the hiring process.